July 4th celebration draws politicians among big crowd

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, July 20, 2023

     Miami Lakes hosted its 20th annual Fourth of July fireworks display at Veterans Park. This year’s event included a visit by Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and Miami-Dade Police Director Alfredo “Freddy” Ramirez, who are both campaigning in 2024 races: Levine Cava for mayor and Ramirez for sheriff.       Independence Day revelers enjoyed free music, food and fun at the...

Miami Lakes boy raises money for cancer research

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, July 20, 2023

     Abel Mena, 6, of Miami Lakes told his mom Mimi Mena that a goal on his summer bucket list was to have a lemonade stand.       “Just coincidentally I was scrolling through Facebook, and I follow St. Jude [Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn.] and one of their posts came up that they were doing a July lemonade stand challenge for kids,” Mena said.    ...

Graham Companies executive retires

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, July 20, 2023

 Russell Thomas, treasurer and controller of The Graham Companies, is retiring on July 31 after 23 years with the company.      “At 65, and my wife is retired, it was time for the next phase,” said Thomas.      In January 2001, when Miami Lakes was a newly incorporated municipality, Thomas began his career with the privately held, family firm that built the town.    ...

Miami Lakes Library Programs through Aug. 22

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, July 20, 2023

The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering these in-person classes.  Space in classes is limited and registration may be required.  Teen Crafty Corner  Thurs., July 20,  4 p.m. – 5 p.m.  Explore your creativity through inventive, multimedia crafts.  Ages 12 – 18 Homework Help and Tutoring  Sat., July 22, 29,  Aug. 5, 12,  10 a.m. - 1...

Community Calendar through Aug. 26

Calendar By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, July 20, 2023

Please check the Town of Miami Lakes' social media pages for the most up-to-date information. RSVP at TOML.Eventbrite.com.  July 21 to Aug. 13  “Exilios” directed by Danny Nieves at the Main Street Players.  Written by Yerandy Fleites Perez, it’s a Spanish language play about a Cuban exile who returns to his homeland. Tickets: $30 for adults,  $25 for students, seniors and the military. Main...
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